2-day journey from Fes to the Sahara Desert, beginning with a scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Your adventure takes you to Ifrane, known as Morocco’s “Little Switzerland,” and the cedar forests of Azrou, where you can encounter playful Barbary apes. Continue through Midelt and the lush Ziz Valley, passing palm groves and traditional Berber villages, before arriving in Merzouga. Here, enjoy a memorable camel ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, pause for a stunning sunset, and settle into a desert camp for an evening of authentic Berber music and storytelling beneath the starry sky.
The second day starts with an early sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Travel to Rissani, the historic cradle of Morocco’s ruling dynasty, and explore a vibrant local market if it coincides with market day. The return journey to Fes passes through Erfoud and the scenic Ziz Valley, offering plenty of opportunities to admire Morocco’s striking desert landscapes. Your tour concludes with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel or riad, leaving you with lasting memories of the Sahara’s magic.
We expertly craft our Morocco tours to deliver a truly authentic and unforgettable vacation. Each travel package is completely flexible and can be personalized to fit your exact interests, dates, and travel style. Whether you want to include extra cities, change the daily pace, or focus on specific local activities, our team will adapt the route to match your exact wishes. Enjoy a one of a kind, tailor made trip to Morocco created exclusively for you.
Depart Fes around 08:00 and begin your journey toward the enchanting Merzouga Desert. Your first stop is Ifrane, often called the “Little Switzerland of Morocco,” where you can enjoy a coffee break and take in the charming alpine-style scenery. Next, explore the cedar forest of Azrou, home to the playful Barbary apes.
From here, continue across the Middle Atlas Mountains to Midelt, known as Morocco’s “apple capital,” where lunch is served. The drive proceeds over the scenic Tizi-n-Talghemt Pass—also called the She-Camel Pass—through the lush Ziz Valley, dotted with palm groves and traditional Berber villages, with several stops for photos and to admire the views. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon, where your camels and guide await for a memorable ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Pause atop a high dune to witness a breathtaking sunset, then settle into your desert camp. After a delicious dinner, gather around the campfire to enjoy Berber music under the star-studded desert sky.
Rise early to catch the stunning desert sunrise before enjoying breakfast at your camp. Depart Merzouga for Rissani, the historic birthplace of Morocco’s current ruling dynasty. If your visit coincides with a market day (Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday), explore the vibrant traditional market, offering spices, crafts, and local treats.
From Rissani, journey back to Fes via Erfoud and the scenic Ziz Valley, enjoying panoramic views along the way. Your 2-day Fes desert adventure concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or riad in Fes, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Morocco’s Sahara landscapes.
